Fysio, osteopathie, bodywork en revalidatie — houd ze gezond en goed in beweging.
Marieke Jager is een praktiserende therapeut gevestigd in Putten die zowel met paarden als met mensen werkt. Voor paarden biedt zij al vele jaren osteopathie aan, en later ook healing en telepathische communicatie. Voor mensen biedt zij healing- en transformatiesessies aan, die plaatsvinden tussen haar pony's, die tijdens de sessie vrij rondlopen. Daarnaast biedt zij ook persoonlijke transformatiecoaching aan.
Horse in Motion is the practice of Linda van Diepen, a veterinarian who graduated in 2005 and has worked in complementary veterinary medicine since 2006. Her approach centres on the general welfare and quality of life of the horse. The website describes the treatment methods she uses and includes articles on topics such as horse nutrition, the jaw joint and ethical considerations in treating horses.
Equicani Osteopathie is an animal osteopathy practice in Emblem (Ranst) run by Elke Wouters, treating horses and dogs. Elke holds a master's in physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences and studied equine and canine osteopathy at I.C.R.E.O. and The Vluggen Institute. She also completed training in physiotherapy for dogs and horses at UGent. The practice additionally offers dry needling for horses and laser therapy.
Chrissy Fens is an animal osteopath based in Dordrecht who treats both horses and dogs. She is IREO-accredited as an equine osteopath (EDO) and canine osteopath (CDO) and is a member of the NVDO. For horses she offers osteopathic treatment and a riding-technique analysis. Treatments focus on mobility, comfort and supporting the musculoskeletal system, and she refers to a vet for medical complaints.
Dierenosteopaat is a practice for animal osteopathy in the south-east Brabant region, based in Veldhoven. It specialises in treating dogs, horses and cats with manual techniques. Treatment looks at the parietal, visceral and craniosacral systems and aims at the cause of complaints rather than the symptoms. The practice also runs workshops.
Dierosteopathie Weert is an animal osteopathy practice in Weert. It offers osteopathic treatment for horses and dogs. The website provides information about the practice, pricing and contact options for owners.
Nikki Jantzen is a certified equine sports massage therapist who works with leisure and sport horses throughout the Netherlands, travelling from Amsterdam Nieuw-West. She trained as an equine osteopath (EDO) at the Vluggen Institute and completed equine sports massage training at the Bartels Horse & Health Institute. Due to current NVWA regulations she does not offer osteopathic treatments at present and works with gentle manual techniques for relaxation, circulation and healthy movement. Her treatments are intended for healthy horses, and she advises a vet consultation first for health problems.
Stefanie Goossens offers osteopathy for horses under the name equiaso. She is a human physiotherapist and graduated in animal osteopathy from the International College for Research on Equine Osteopathy (ICREO). Her treatments look at the horse as a whole and address the cranio-sacral, parietal and visceral systems. Treatments aim at the underlying cause of complaints and can also be used preventively.
OPIA is an equine osteopathy practice based in Kapellen near Antwerp. It treats sport and leisure horses with gentle manual techniques aimed at mobility, recovery from injury and preventive care. Each treatment follows an intake, examination, treatment and aftercare advice. The practitioner trained at the Vluggen Institute in Germany, is listed in the EDO register, and also offers bit fitting.
EQUILUCKS is de praktijk van equine osteopaat Sarah Luck, gevestigd in Oud-Turnhout, België. Het biedt osteopathische behandelingen voor paarden, waarbij gekeken wordt naar de musculoskeletale, organen en craniosacrale systemen. Gebaseerd op haar achtergrond in nationale dressuur en fysiotherapie, biedt zij ook gepersonaliseerde training voor paard en ruiter, gericht op rechtheid, balans en houding. Afspraak maken kan in het Nederlands of Engels.
Dier & Osteopaat is een praktijk voor veterinaire osteopathie, geleid door Heidi Sanders in Rijsbergen. Het behandelt paarden met holistische manuele therapie, met de focus op de wervelkolom. Behandelingen ondersteunen paarden met specifieke klachten, herstel na ziekte of chirurgie, rijgerelateerde problemen en gedragsproblemen, en worden ook preventief aangeboden voor jonge en oudere paarden. Consultaties duren 45 tot 60 minuten en de practitioner reist naar de stal.
ReHorse in Oostmalle, Belgium, offers rehabilitation and holistic care for horses. Treatments include laser therapy, LED light therapy, equine osteopathy, taping and a health scan, chosen together with the owner and the veterinarian. The founders have run a young-horse rearing business since 2014, and ReHorse also offers horse retreats and rearing.
Dierenosteopathie Limburg is the practice of Julie Crombag, an ICREO-certified animal osteopath and animal chiropractor in Limburg. She treats horses and dogs at the owner's home or stable. A session includes a discussion of complaints, a physical examination and a targeted treatment, and a separate screening is also offered.
Fysio Osteo Paard is the practice of Heleen Slebos in Sint-Pancras, a physiotherapist and osteopath for horses and other animals. Besides osteopathy and animal physiotherapy she works with dry needling, high power laser therapy, the Lecher antenna, acupressure and leech therapy. Treatments are tailored to each individual animal.
ATLAS Dierosteopathie offers osteopathy for horses and dogs in Limburg, Brabant and Gelderland. Treatments use gentle, adapted techniques to help animals regain balance, suppleness and comfort. Horse consultations take place on location from three horses upward, and dogs can also be seen at the practice in Westervoort.
Dier & Osteopathie Marit Brandsema is an osteopathy practice for horses and dogs based in Standdaarbuiten, Noord-Brabant. Marit Brandsema is a physiotherapist who passed her equine osteopathy exams at the Vluggen Institute in 2017. She works preventively on healthy animals and refers to a veterinarian when in doubt. She currently takes on new horses only on a very limited basis.
Dierenartsenpraktijk Katona is a veterinary practice in Wechelderzande, Belgium, treating both small pets and horses. It also runs a foster-mare adoption service for foals and offers osteopathy and acupuncture for dogs and horses. Appointments are made in advance on weekdays, and the practice is reachable around the clock for emergencies. The practice is led by veterinarians Naomi Pollenus and Isabelle Spreeuwers.
OsteoCure is a practice in Deinze, Belgium, combining osteopathy and medicine for horses and their riders. For horses it offers osteopathy, dry needling and orthopaedic examinations to analyse lameness, stiffness and loss of performance. Riders can also be treated to reduce tension and improve posture. The team works across disciplines to give a tailored approach.
Mariël Schrijvers is an equine osteopath working in Noord-Brabant in the Netherlands. She trained at the Vluggen Institute in Germany and is registered with the Equine Diplomate Osteopaths International register (EDO). Her consultations aim to restore movement where it is reduced and support the welfare and functioning of horses and ponies. The work is complementary to veterinary care and does not involve medical diagnosis.
Roos Koeter is an animal osteopathy practice in Son en Breugel offering osteopathy for horses and dogs. Roos Koeter trained as an animal osteopath at ICREO and is also training as an animal physiotherapist. Dogs and cats are seen at the practice, while horses are treated on location. A second ICREO-trained animal osteopath, Evelien, works at the practice on Wednesdays.
Equipuncture is an equine veterinary practice run by Fanny Gielis in Kasterlee, Belgium. It combines Eastern and Western veterinary medicine, offering orthopaedic lameness work-ups, acupuncture, physiotherapy, dry needling and dental care for horses. Fanny Gielis qualified as a vet in 1994 and holds a specialist equine vet diploma, a veterinary acupuncture certificate and an equine physiotherapy diploma. Appointments are available Monday to Saturday.
Charlotte De Caluwé is a veterinarian and osteopath with a practice in Zandhoven, Belgium. She treats horses and pets, offering preventive care, treatment of conditions, surgery and advice. Her main expertise is osteopathy and acupuncture for horses and dogs. She also supports other vets, osteopaths and trainers with the wellbeing of their horses.
Horsano is an equine therapy practice in Belgium. It treats horses with osteopathy, fascial techniques, dry needling and hirudo (leech) therapy. Owners can book a check-up or treatment for a horse with complaints or for general support. The practice advertises short waiting times.
Los-paard is a mobile equine wellbeing practice run by Iris Smalbeek, working across the Netherlands from the Krimpenerwaard area. Its all-in osteopathy consult combines manual techniques such as trigger point massage, cranio-sacral work, fascia release and Bemer mat use. It also offers instruction to help horse and rider train in balance. Since 2009 it has been a certified Master Saddle Fitter Consultant specialising in the WOW saddle. Sessions are non-veterinary and refer medical issues to a vet.
